March 2018

More and more couples are looking to have both their ceremony and reception at the same venue. More often than not, that means an outdoor ceremony. Videography truly started in the wedding industry in the 1980’s and the technology has since changed so much that when you look at your parent’s wedding video, you can’t help but cringe a little at the actual video quality. That is after you have transferred it from a VHS tape to at dvd. With today’s technology wedding video professionals have so many ways of making your wedding video look like a Hollywood production. If your budget allows for such a studio, you may enjoy their use of having a drone capturing your wedding ceremony and the exteriors of your reception venue added into your wedding video.

Drones and video have come such a long way that drones can be operated safely and provide a totally different vantage point. When you add in all of the different camera angles used in the creation of your wedding video, it really can look like a true Hollywood production.

Attending a wedding almost always means “Open Bar” and that also means your guests can let their hair down, enjoy the night and Uber it home or spend the night in the hosting hotel. We all know that wine is a crowd pleaser, craft beers are always a hit with the men in attendance and bubbly is a must for any celebratory occasion. But if you want to do something really special, signature drinks are a unique way to make a statement on your big day.

You can select one or two beverages you both enjoy. A champagne cocktail is always a classic choice — make it your own by incorporating your favorite flavors or keep it seasonal with timely ingredients. Consider serving a non-alcoholic "mocktail" for guests who don't plan to drink. Get 'em creative names. The options are endless and it more than likely will not cost you even one extra penny!

Everyone loves trying something unique and different so take a minute to come up with a favorite or two that you know your guests will truly enjoy.

Your wedding day will be one of the biggest days of your life! This memorable day deserves great photos! We are lucky to live in Chicago, one of the greatest backdrops for your pictures. We have compiled a list, in no specific order, of some of the prettiest and most unique places to have your wedding (or engagement) pictures taken. Please be advised that some of these spots may require a permit, so please check before you make plans.

Adler Planetarium - 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive

Olive Park - 500 N. Lake Shore Drive

Millenium Park/The Bean - 201 E. Randolph Street

The Chicago Theater - 175 N. State Street

Michigan Avenue Bridge/Chicago Riverwalk - Wacker Drive

Jackson Park - 1735 East Columbia Drive

Buckingham Fountain - Columbus Drive & Congress Parkway

The Wrigley Building - 410 N. Michigan Avenue

North Avenue Beach - West LaSalle Drive

Promontory Point at Burnham Park - 5491 S South Shore Dr

Navy Pier - 600 East Grand Ave

Lincoln Park Zoo/Lagoon - Fullerton Pkwy/Cannon Dr

Union Station - 225 S. Canal Street

Wrigley Field - 1060 West Addison Street

The most important thing to remember is this is your day! Make it fun and make it special!